We use it for servers, desktops, our daily drivers, media presentation,s and video production at our church. Even grandma uses it as her daily desktop. Very stable and easy to install and configure.

@Dragonmouth,

It’s great to know that PCLinuxOS works well for you and meets your requirements. Different Linux distributions cater to diverse user preferences, and the “best” distro often depends on individual requirements.

So what you are saying is that it is the popularity that makes a distro “best”. Features come second.

I can compare PCLinuxOS against any other distro, feature for feature, and show that PCLOS is better in almost every case.

However, I am not out to convince anybody. It works for me and that’s enough.

Everyone’s experience is different. Oddly while highly touted here in the comments, PC Linux has given me more problems than most distros I have tried. Use what works for you.

@Dragonmouth,

You’ve made an excellent point, and it’s a perspective shared by many Linux enthusiasts. The idea of the “best” Linux distribution is indeed strongly subjective and varies from user to user, depending on their particular needs and liking.

When writers compile lists of the “best distros,” it often reflects their personal favorites or the distributions that are most popular in the broader community. Mainstream distributions like Debian, Fedora, and Ubuntu are frequently mentioned, as they cater to a wide range of users and have extensive support.

Secure distributions like Qubes and Tails might not appear on many general “best distro” lists because they serve more specialized purposes, such as security and privacy. They often have a narrower user base and may not be as well-known to the general public.

Your appreciation for PCLinuxOS is entirely valid and demonstrates the beauty of Linux’s diversity. Each distribution has its strengths and can excel in different areas, depending on the user’s language, hardware, and computing requirements. This variety is what makes the Linux ecosystem so rich and dynamic, offering choices for users with diverse needs and preferences.